Planning Your Divorce Now Can Minimize Problems Later
Some marriages get to the point where they are a divorce waiting to happen. If you think divorce is inevitable, it may be better to talk to a lawyer before you file. At the Davis Law Firm in Birmingham, Alabama, I offer a free initial attorney consultation to let you know what to expect.
Talking to a divorce lawyer doesn't mean that you have to go through with the divorce. In fact, after finding out how you would be affected financially and emotionally, you might decide that you don't want to go through with the divorce. At the very least, you can prepare yourself for the process and learn how to protect your interests.
Protecting Your Financial Interests
Many people going through divorce are shocked to learn that assets such as retirement plans and even a family business must be divided with their spouse. An experienced lawyer can let you know in advance how Alabama's equitable property division rules are likely to apply to you. A lawyer can also tell you how to protect yourself from credit card debt run up by your spouse.
Practical Aspects of Divorce
There are certain practical considerations that everyone going through a divorce needs to plan for:
- Where will you live? Will you need to sell the marital residence?
- How are you going to support yourself while the divorce is in process? Will you receive/have to pay temporary spousal support?
- How will you support yourself in the future? It's good to get advice from a financial planner.
- How will the divorce affect your children? What can you do to minimize the emotional damage?
- What will your life be like after your divorce?
By seeking a lawyer's advice now, you can start preparing for the future.
Are you concerned about domestic violence? All of our divorce settlement agreements incorporate an "anti-harassment" clause which simply states that each party agrees to leave the other alone. Beyond that, there are other judicial remedies which may be necessary based on the severity of your spouse's conduct. In some cases, a restraining order is necessary and the police may even become involved.
Free attorney consultation: To schedule an appointment at my Birmingham office, call 205-822-9334 or fill out the contact form on this Web site. Your initial consultation is always free.
